In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson and Fair Haven Resident, Avid Volunteer, Adventurer, Ann Ferguson, 88

Longtime Rumson and Fair Haven resident, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Ann Ferguson, passed away on Sept. 20. She was 88. A memorial service is now set for Oct. 4 for Ann and her husband, Alfred, who passed away just before her in August.

“She lived a rich and purposeful life defined by curiosity, service, creativity, and devotion to her family.
Her friends will remember her quick wit and spontaneous sense of humor. Ann’s generosity, imagination, and unwavering devotion to her family will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her …

“Ann was an accomplished and adventurous woman. She loved painting in watercolor and oils, and her art was shown at galleries throughout the tri-state area. An avid scuba diver, Ann and Alfred traveled the world, diving and pursuing underwater photography. Her enthusiasm for learning, art, nature, and exploration inspired everyone who knew her …

“She will be remembered especially for the love and care she gave her children and grandchildren, and for the lasting impact she made in her community.”
Loved ones of Ann Ferguson in her obituary

Ann was born on Sept. 1, 1938.

She graduated from Miss Porter’s School in 1956 and Hollins College in 1960, and spent a year studying at the Sorbonne in Paris in 1958. She married Alfred L. Ferguson III in 1960, and together they shared 65 devoted years of marriage.

From 1962 to 1964, Ann managed the Responsive Environments Laboratory. She also gave generously of her time and energy to her community. Over the years, she served the Girl Scouts of Monmouth County in many capacities, including six years as president, and helped establish the Navesink Rowing Club. She served on the boards of the United Way of Monmouth County, Miss Porter’s School, the Monmouth Park Charity Fund, and the Red Bank Charter School Foundation. She also served on the committee for art collection preservation at Monmouth University and delivered senior meals for many years.

She was predeceased by: her husband, Alfred, in August; and her daughter, Fall Ferguson.

Ann is survived by: her children, Alfred L. Ferguson IV and his wife Victoria, Posey Ferguson Miller and her husband, Chris; eight grandchildren; and her great-grandson, Miles Ferguson De L’Arbre.

A celebration of Ann’s life will be held at Sea Bright Beach Club on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3:30 p.m.

— Edited obituary prepared by family via Thompson Memorial Home